Sergio Adams

Sergio Adams

Democratic Party

Candidate, Albany Common Council Ward 7

Albany Common Council Ward 7

Tenure

2022 - Present

Term ends

2026

Years in position

3

Predecessor

Catherine Fahey

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Elections and appointments

Last elected

November 2, 2021

Next election

November 4, 2025

Education

Bachelor's

University of New York, Albany, 2015

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New York, N.Y.

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Sergio Adams (Democratic Party) is a member of the Albany Common Council in New York, representing Ward 7. He assumed office on January 1, 2022. His current term ends on January 1, 2026.

Adams (Democratic Party, Working Families Party) is running for re-election to the Albany Common Council to represent Ward 7 in New York. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025. The Democratic and Working Families Party primaries for this office on June 24, 2025, were canceled.

Biography

Sergio Adams was born in New York, New York. Adams earned a bachelor's degree from the University of New York at Albany in 2015.

Elections

2025

See also: City elections in Albany, New York (2025)

General election

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General election for Albany Common Council Ward 7

Incumbent Sergio Adams is running in the general election for Albany Common Council Ward 7 on November 4, 2025.

		Candidate
		Sergio Adams (D / Working Families Party)

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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Sergio Adams advanced from the Democratic primary for Albany Common Council Ward 7.

Working Families Party primary election

The Working Families Party primary election was canceled. Incumbent Sergio Adams advanced from the Working Families Party primary for Albany Common Council Ward 7.

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2021

See also: City elections in Albany, New York (2021)

General election

General election for Albany Common Council Ward 7

Sergio Adams defeated Violetta De Rosa in the general election for Albany Common Council Ward 7 on November 2, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sergio Adams (D)	65.9	464
	Submit photo	Violetta De Rosa (Working Families Party)	33.4	235
		Other/Write-in votes	0.7	5

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 704
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Albany Common Council Ward 7

Sergio Adams defeated Violetta De Rosa and Brian Scavo in the Democratic primary for Albany Common Council Ward 7 on June 22, 2021.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Sergio Adams	44.8	253
	Submit photo	Violetta De Rosa	42.5	240
	Submit photo	Brian Scavo	9.7	55
		Other/Write-in votes	3.0	17

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 565
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Working Families Party primary election

The Working Families Party primary election was canceled. Violetta De Rosa advanced from the Working Families Party primary for Albany Common Council Ward 7.

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2025

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A community advocate and life-long resident of the Capital Region, Sergio has spent years pushing for progressive change in Albany. Sergio's mission is to inform, unite and advocate for residents of the 7th Ward. Sergio is a graduate of the University at Albany with a degree in Urban & Regional Studies, and has worked in urban planning and as a construction consultant. Sergio has worked in the Nonprofit sector for several years addressing homelessness in the City of Albany.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Our neighborhoods are changing and growing we need a representative that understands the changes and needs for our community
• No more than ever our communities need to communicate and unite. I want residents to know that I am accessible and available to meet and discuss any issues that matters to them.
• I am here to serve, support and stand up for what’s right, what’s best for the City of Albany.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Affordable housing is something I am very passionate about. As well as Re-zoning in The City of Albany.

What qualities does this office possess that makes it a unique and important part of the state government and legal system?

I think that this level Office is unique because of how close you are to your constituents. This is Office requires you to be on the ground in the streets with the people you represent. The choice and decisions made by the council can directly impact our day to day lives allowing us to make direct change.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I don’t a set person that I look up to. I do my best to be the best person I can be.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

None come to mind at this moment.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

I think Honesty, Integrity, empathy and hard work are important principles to have as an elected official.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

I think some core responsibilities are to be Honest and transparent about matters that impact a large group of people. I believe anyone in this position must have the courage to stand up and voice concern or reasoning as to why we must do something or not. Most importantly listening is Key.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

When I was 7 my family got evicted from our apartment.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

My very first job was in construction cleaning out debris from buildings. I was in middle school and would do it over summer break.

What is your favorite book? Why?

Malcom x - autobiographical.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Naruto Uzumaki.

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Drake - Energy

Are there any little-known powers or responsibilities held by this office that you believe more people should be aware of?

I think majority of people should educate themselves on the basic functions of this office.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for holders of this office to have previous experience in government or politics?

Experience is always great, but I think diversity in backgrounds is just as important.

What kind of skills or expertise do you believe would be the most helpful for the holders of this office to possess?

I think having an understanding in public policy, Urban planning, contract law and accounting would be great skills to have in this office.

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Preceded by Catherine Fahey (D)	Albany Common Council, Ward 7 2022–Present	Succeeded by NA